Training CDL-A Driver

Company: McLane - Grocery
Location: Lafayette
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

TRUCK DRIVER TRAINEE - REQUIRES CDL-A LICENSE

2100 E Ken Pratt Blvd. Longmont, CO 80504


A teammate in this position learns the essential functions of the Driver job including the accurate and timely distribution of products to various customer locations. The Driver Trainee gains exposure to warehouse and other operational functions as part of the developmental process of becoming a McLane Driver.

• No experience required.
• Expected pay range: $50,000 - $70,000.
• Starting rate is $19.25/hr for initial training period. Pay after initial training is based on a formula, based on weight, stops, and miles.
• After training, drivers have a minimum pay guarantee of $2,000 every two weeks if they are available to dispatch.
• Potential to earn bonuses for meeting performance and/or safety objectives.New hire Drivers become eligible for the following benefits on day 1 of employment: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance as well as Flexible Spending Accounts and are eligible for Long Term Disability on the 60th day of employment and 401k participation and Tuition Reimbursement after the 90th day of employment.
  
  Benefits:
  • Operates Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions.
  • Inspects trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.
  • Rides and trains with Driver Trainer of tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver's skill in starting engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
  • Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
  • Assists the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.
  • Provides customer service including on-time delivery of undamaged product, product returns and issuing valid customer credits.
    Advantages:
    • Starting Rate is $19.25/hr for Training Period
    • Expected Pay Range: $50,000 - $70,000
    • CDL Required
      Qualifications:
      • Have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
      • Be at least 21 years of age.
      • Posses a class A CDL.
      • Ability and willingness to select/load/unload and/or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers.
      • Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions.
      • Ability to read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.
      • Ability to perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product.
      • Able to communicate with customers, management, and other teammates.
      • Able to safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices.
        
        Details are subject to change at any time. Please call for current offers and information. Associated topics: brand new driver, earning your class a, inexperienced driver, junior, new driver, trainee, trainee truck driving, truck driving trainee, we train you, will train

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